2002 Wind Summit

Is Wind In Our Future ~ ~ The North Carolina Mountains

The Appalachian State University Energy Center presents The 2002 Wind Summit

Appalachian State University - Broyhill Inn and Conference Center - Boone, North Carolina
December 9, 2002

Purpose: Around the world wind power is the fastest growing energy resource being developed. Is wind energy production in North Carolinaís future? Preliminary studies indicate that adequate wind resources exist in the western region of North Carolina for electrical production. However, it is uncertain if the citizens of this region want to explore that potential. There are legal, political, environmental, and economic issues involved in developing wind energy that require careful consideration by the regionís decision makers if we are to proceed in this direction.

On December 9, 2002 the Appalachian State University Energy Center convened a conference to bring together the business, environmental, governmental, and utility leaders of western North Carolina with national and state experts to discuss these sensitive and critical topics. The most up- to-date information on wind energy was provided and case studies of successful wind energy programs in other states were presented. Opportunities were available for discussion, interaction, and questions among participants.

The question, "Is wind in our future?" was the theme of the conference. The Powerpoint Slides from the conference are linked to their presenters below.